We have been learning great truths from 1 Peter, and over the next few weeks will be applying more lessons from the life of this apostle. From the gospels to the two letters that he pens, we witness remarkable character development. This gruff, self-assured fisherman undergoes a very long, arduous transformation that begins with a great fall and ends in tremendous maturity and humility. Many of us can relate to the ups and downs that characterize his life, but this volatility is replaced with an enduring strength and poise that can only be explained by the discipleship process. Knowing Jesus Christ and embracing his call to follow him every day will result in a transformative work of our lives as well! Will you make both big and small decisions to become an authentic follower of Jesus that is willing to undergo continuous transformation? Semper reformandi!

As Christians how are we to respond when we are being mistreated by someone? What does God expect of us when we are going through suffering that we did not choose or cause for ourselves? Peter gives us some clear answers for these questions and points us to the example of our Messiah, the Lord Jesus, and how He handled suffering. We will gain important insight from God’s Word in I Peter 2:20-25 on how to glorify our Faithful Creator through mystery of suffering.

Our behavior needs to be excellent among those who are disconnected from God so that they will see good deeds in our lives and be drawn to Him. One important behavior they need to observe is that of submission. For the Lord’s sake, we need to be submissive to authority structures that He has established in four realms - government, employment, family and church. Today we will learn about the importance of submission in the first two of these realms.

We hope you are encouraged as we learn about Jesus Christ “The Chief Cornerstone” that we can build every aspect of our lives on. He is always dependable and He will never disappoint us. If we give Him first place in our lives and allow Him to set our direction in all areas, we will experience amazing blessings from “Zion” — God’s glorious Kingdom. Let’s learn from I Peter 2:6-10 about Jesus Christ “The Chosen and Precious Cornerstone” of a new way of life and a new Kingdom.

We hope you are encouraged as we learn about Jesus Christ “The Chief Cornerstone” that we can build every aspect of our lives on. He is always dependable and He will never disappoint us. If we give Him first place in our lives and allow Him to set our direction in all areas, we will experience amazing blessings from “Zion” — God’s glorious Kingdom. Let’s learn from I Peter 2:6-10 about Jesus Christ “The Chosen and Precious Cornerstone” of a new way of life and a new Kingdom.

Simon, who was nick-named "Rock" or "Stone" - the meanong of "Peter" - explains to the recipients of his first epistle how they are now "living stones" who are being built into a spiritual temple where a new priesthood will operate and new "spiritual" sacrifices will be offered to God. Let's learn how we are to be a part of this incredible new calling for God's people as we study I Peter 2:4-5.

Simon, who was nick-named "Rock" or "Stone" - the meanong of "Peter" - explains to the recipients of his first epistle how they are now "living stones" who are being built into a spiritual temple where a new priesthood will operate and new "spiritual" sacrifices will be offered to God. Let's learn how we are to be a part of this incredible new calling for God's people as we study I Peter 2:4-5.

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As Christians we have been liberated from our slavery to sin. Our liberation was purchased by the precious blood of the Messiah. We have been liberated so that we may love one another sincerely and deeply from the new hearts Jesus gives us through His redemption and regeneration. We will celebrate and learn more about the invaluable blood of Christ, the fervent love of Christ, and the eternal Word of Christ.

As Christians we have been liberated from our slavery to sin. Our liberation was purchased by the precious blood of the Messiah. We have been liberated so that we may love one another sincerely and deeply from the new hearts Jesus gives us through His redemption and regeneration. We will celebrate and learn more about the invaluable blood of Christ, the fervent love of Christ, and the eternal Word of Christ.